Available:
- Thursday, April 27, 2023
- Saturday, April 29, 2023
Your journey begins with a narrated drive up the North Kona and Kohala coastlines, over the lava flows of Maunaloa, Maunakea and the Kohala Mountains.
You’ll pass through the quaint plantation towns of Hawi and Kapaau, and site of the life-size statue of King Kamehameha I. A brief, bumpy and fun off-road drive takes you to the historic Kohala Ditch Trail. Along the 1.5-mile loop trail, you’ll see tunnels blasted and carved from solid rock, walk over an aqueduct via two bridges, and learn the story of the tremendous effort it took to build an irrigation system stretching over 22-miles. You’ll delve into ancient Hawaiian history, visiting a former taro farming site just off the path. Seven breathtaking waterfalls grace the trail. You can take a refreshing dip in the last pool you visit and play under a refreshing cascade. This journey embodies all that you ever dreamed Hawaii would be.
- Meet with the MC&A Inc. representative.
- Depart Fairmont Orchid from the GROUP ENTRANCE at 8:30 a.m.
- You will return to the hotel at approx. 3:00 p.m.
- Guests should wear closed-toed walking shoes, bathing suit under shorts, and bring a hat, sunscreen, a light sweater or pullover, and a towel.
- Vendor Provided Transportation
- Guided walk/hike tour
- Snack, filtered water
- Lunch featuring choice of deli-style sandwich (ham, turkey, pastrami and swiss, or veggie), chips and cookie
- (Gluten-free options are available with advanced notice)
- Use of daypack, walking sticks, and rain gear (as needed)
- Guide Gratuity
- State Tax
- Due to COVID-19, certain inclusions, meal options and capacities may be changed to adhere to local mandates, and current safety & health guidelines.
- Menu is subject to change without notice. Sandwich selection is due at the time of booking or no later than 10 days prior to activity date.
- Fitness level: easy to moderate. Guests must be able to walk over uneven, muddy terrain and manage short climbs. Walk distance is under 2-miles. 45-Minutes of rugged four-wheel driving.
- Not recommended for pregnant women or anyone with neck or back problems.
- Hawaii Island ban restricts the sale, distribution, and use of non-mineral sunscreens.
- Children under 3 years old must be carried in a backpack carrier. Children under 4 years old must ride in car seat. Children 4-7 years of age must ride in a booster seat, car & booster seats will be provided by the vendor upon request with advanced notice.
- Cancellations made after Wednesday, March 15, 2023 are non-refundable.
- Cancellation of trip due to inclement weather is at the sole discretion of the vendor.
- THIS TOUR REQUIRES A MINIMUM AMOUNT OF PARTICIPANTS TO OPERATE. SHOULD THE MINIMUM NOT BE MET THE TOUR WILL BE CANCELLED AND REFUNDED IN FULL.